Florida Politics, June 6, 2026, Peter Schorsch
‘These are meaningful steps toward a more affordable and resilient Florida.’
Florida Realtors, the 230,000-member trade association that advocates for real estate professionals, consumers and property rights across the state, calls the budget a meaningful step toward a more affordable and resilient Florida.
Affordable Housing
- $50M added to the Hometown Heroes Housing Program
- $236.5 million toward state and local affordable housing, including $165.7 million for the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) and $70.8 million for the State Apartment Incentive Loan (SAIL)
- Expansion of ad valorem tax exemptions for state-owned lands used for affordable housing and nonprofit land leased from a housing finance authority
Resilient Homes
- $405 million in unused funds to the My Safe Florida Home ($378 million) and My Safe Florida Condominium ($27 million)
- Buyers purchasing impact-resistant doors, garage doors, and windows can claim a sales tax refund for qualifying purchases between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2029.
The Environment
- $1.7 billion goes to the Everglades and water quality
- $25 million to the Florida Keys Stewardship Act, securing $20 million for critical water quality projects and $5 million for the Florida Forever land acquisition
Property Rights
- HB 1293 makes it a felony to occupy a rental using forged documents or a false identity and letting landlords quickly remove anyone who gains access through fraud.